Harbinger
Senior Industrial/Productivity Engineer
Harbinger, Garden Grove, California, United States, 92641
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Harbinger Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. The Senior Automotive Industrial Productivity Engineer is responsible for leading productivity improvement initiatives across automotive manufacturing operations. This role focuses on optimizing production efficiency, reducing costs, implementing automation, and driving continuous improvement strategies. The Senior Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure operational excellence while maintaining high-quality and safety standards. Key Responsibilities include developing and implementing advanced productivity strategies to enhance manufacturing efficiency and reduce waste; leading process optimization projects using lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Industry 4.0 methodologies; identifying and driving automation opportunities, including robotics and smart manufacturing solutions; conducting in-depth data analysis, time studies, and capacity planning to optimize resource utilization; defining and monitoring KPIs such as OEE, cycle times, labor efficiency, and cost reductions; collaborating with leadership, production, maintenance, and quality teams to improve overall plant performance; overseeing plant layout changes, equipment upgrades, and implementation of new production technologies; standardizing work procedures and developing best practices to ensure consistency across multiple production lines; mentoring junior engineers and providing technical guidance on process improvement methodologies; ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, company policies, and industry best practices; driving change management initiatives and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Qualifications & Skills include a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field; 7+ years in industrial engineering, manufacturing optimization, or process improvement within the automotive industry; strong expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other continuous improvement methodologies; proven experience with automation, robotics, and smart manufacturing technologies; advanced proficiency in CAD software, manufacturing simulation tools, and data analytics; excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills; strong communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization; experience with budgeting, cost analysis, and ROI calculations for capital improvement projects; familiarity with ERP and MES systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) for manufacturing data analysis. Preferred Certifications include Six Sigma Black Belt certification, Lean Manufacturing Certification, Certified Industrial Engineer (CIE) or Project Management Professional (PMP). Seniority level
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Employment type Full-time Job function
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Senior Industrial/Productivity Engineer
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Harbinger 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Senior Industrial/Productivity Engineer
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Harbinger Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. The Senior Automotive Industrial Productivity Engineer is responsible for leading productivity improvement initiatives across automotive manufacturing operations. This role focuses on optimizing production efficiency, reducing costs, implementing automation, and driving continuous improvement strategies. The Senior Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure operational excellence while maintaining high-quality and safety standards. Key Responsibilities include developing and implementing advanced productivity strategies to enhance manufacturing efficiency and reduce waste; leading process optimization projects using lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Industry 4.0 methodologies; identifying and driving automation opportunities, including robotics and smart manufacturing solutions; conducting in-depth data analysis, time studies, and capacity planning to optimize resource utilization; defining and monitoring KPIs such as OEE, cycle times, labor efficiency, and cost reductions; collaborating with leadership, production, maintenance, and quality teams to improve overall plant performance; overseeing plant layout changes, equipment upgrades, and implementation of new production technologies; standardizing work procedures and developing best practices to ensure consistency across multiple production lines; mentoring junior engineers and providing technical guidance on process improvement methodologies; ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, company policies, and industry best practices; driving change management initiatives and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Qualifications & Skills include a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field; 7+ years in industrial engineering, manufacturing optimization, or process improvement within the automotive industry; strong expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other continuous improvement methodologies; proven experience with automation, robotics, and smart manufacturing technologies; advanced proficiency in CAD software, manufacturing simulation tools, and data analytics; excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills; strong communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization; experience with budgeting, cost analysis, and ROI calculations for capital improvement projects; familiarity with ERP and MES systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) for manufacturing data analysis. Preferred Certifications include Six Sigma Black Belt certification, Lean Manufacturing Certification, Certified Industrial Engineer (CIE) or Project Management Professional (PMP). Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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